Gijon to Santander
Our time in Spain had come to an end and we had to drive from Gijon to Santander to take the Ferry back to the UK. It was sad to leave but at... READ MORE
The Parador in Gijon
The Parador in Gijon is on the edge of the town, at the far end of the San Lorenzo Beach from the old town. I’ve talked a lot about it so a separate... READ MORE
Isabel la Catolica Park in Gijon
The Parador of Gijon overlooks the Isabel la Catolica Park in Gijon, in fact you might say it is situated in the park. It was a joy to stroll here at some point... READ MORE
Wandering in Gijon
On this day we decided wandering in Gijon would be a good idea, so we took a taxi to the town centre again. We were also on a hunt for wine! The harbour... READ MORE
Cimadevilla of Gijon
The old town is the Cimadevilla of Gijon, situated on and around the Santa Catalina Hill in Gijon. We took a taxi into the town – I was still on somewhat ‘go-slow’ –... READ MORE
The Museum in Gijon
The Museum of the Asturian People in Gijon is situated close to the Parador. We visited twice because there was just too much to take in at one time. Spain is very proud... READ MORE
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St Katharine’s Dock
I returned to St Katharine’s Dock to take photographs. A previous post has the historical background, and as you can see the layout remains the same, with lock entry from the Thames, basin, and east and west docks.
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, PART II, The East, District I, St Katharine’s Docks, London Docks and Wapping (no.9)
‘The eastern division of London will be found to present a marked contrast to the other portions of the metropolis, and will amply repay the stranger for any inconvenience he may experience in his visit to this thronged and busy … Continued
Charterhouse Square and The Black Death
The Guardian this morning carried news of twelve skeletons found beneath Charterhouse Square, thought to be victims of The Black Death. The skeletons were unearthed during the excavations for the CrossRail Project in London. Archaeologists believe the site may be a mass … Continued
London’s City Walls
The Museum of London has a very good and interesting series of leaflets which describe the walls of the City in a walk taking anything between 2-4 hours, depending on how fast you walk, how long you linger and inwardly digest the … Continued
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, PART II, The East, District II, Aldgate, Mile End and Jewish Cemetry (no.11)
We begin at the site of the Aldgate which was the eastern-most gate in the City walls, and stood at the junction of Dukes Place, Aldgate High Street, Minories, and Aldgate Street. (Good post in Spitalfields Life.) The gate was rebuilt several times but … Continued
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, Second Day’s Route, District V completed (no.8)
I didn’t complete District V in one day partly because of the cold, and partly because Mr Bradshaw walks too fast for me! So I returned and started where I left off, in Chancery Lane, which Pevsner refers to as ‘..the … Continued
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, Second Day, District V (no.7)
Mr Bradshaw leads us forth from St Paul’s Cathedral again, and in District V he will particularly point out newspapers and the law, very topical! We start with The Times in Printing House Square, only I couldn’t find the square and … Continued
Free Evening Recital at Guildhall School of Music & Drama
On Thursday evening I went to one of the many free events at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in Silk Street, next to the Barbican. Lada Valesova directed an evening of Russian Song with a wonderfully talented group … Continued
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London, Second Day, District IV completed (no.6)
Bradshaw in hand I left St John’s Priory and walked back down St John’s Street. Having been trained by Mr Bradshaw to be aware of trade in the City, I noticed the warehouse of George Farmiloe, Merchant in lead and glass. The building … Continued
Bradshaw’s Hand Book to London & The London Tavern
When we visited Bishopsgate Mr Bradshaw drew our attention to The London Tavern. This restaurant also offered banqueting facilities for up to 2,500 people – it must have been nightmarish to work there! John Farley was the Head Chef at … Continued